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The American Express® Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card

The American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card

Offer for New and Existing Card Members

Receive up to 45,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles

New to American Express Card Members^:
Receive 20,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles with annual fee payment and min. spending of S$8,000 within first 6 months of Card approval, plus 20,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles on your first spend in the 15th month of Card Membership. What’s more, for first-time Singapore Airlines Credit Card applicants, receive 5,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles for the very first charge on your Card. In total, that’s enough to redeem a return flight to Shanghai, China.


Existing American Express Card Members:
Receive up to 25,000 KrisFlyer miles – 10,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles with annual fee payment and min. spending of S$8,000 within first 6 months of Card approval, plus 10,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles on your first spend in the 15th month of Card Membership. What’s more, for first-time Singapore Airlines Credit Card applicants, receive 5,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles for the very first charge on your Card. In total, that’s enough to redeem a one-way flight to Perth, Australia.


Valid until 31 January 2027. T&Cs apply.

^ New to American Express Card Members refer to applicants who have not held a basic or supplementary consumer Card from American Express in the last twenty-four (24) months.

Key Information

Card Type
Credit Card
Annual Fee
S$397.85 (incl. of 9% GST)
Supplementary Cards
S$81.75 (incl. of 9% GST) waived for the first year for the first 2 Supplementary Cards

How You Earn

  • 45K

    KRISFLYER MILES

    with Member Invites

    Every calendar year, you’ll receive 3 Member Invites to invite your friends to American Express and be rewarded.

  • 18K

    KRISFLYER MILES

    Redemption Voucher

    When you spend the equivalent of S$10,000 or more in foreign currency within the qualifying period*

  • 2

    KRISFLYER MILES

    on Singapore Airlines, Scoot, KrisShop & Pelago purchases

    For eligible purchases*

  • 2

    KRISFLYER MILES

    on Grab

    For eligible purchases, capped at S$200 each month*

  • 1.2

    KRISFLYER MILES

    on everything else

    For all other eligible purchases*

All Benefits

  • Accelerated upgrade to KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership tier

    Spend S$15,000 or more on eligible Singapore Airlines and Scoot flight bookings within the first 12 months upon Card approval to be automatically upgraded to the KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership tier.

    For a Limited Time:
    Enjoy a more flexible way to qualify for KrisFlyer Elite Gold status. From now till 16 December 2026, simply spend S$15,000 on eligible purchases, including a minimum of S$5,000 with Singapore Airlines Group, to receive an upgrade to KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership tier. Find out more at go.amex/amex-sia26.


    Benefits of KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership:
    • Additional 20kg check-in allowance
    • Worldwide access to SilverKris Lounges and over 1,000 Star Alliance Lounges. KrisFlyer Gold Lounge access at Changi Airport in Singapore
    • Priority baggage handling
    • Priority airport check-in
    • Priority boarding, even in Economy Class

    KrisFlyer Miles Redemption Voucher worth 18,000 KrisFlyer miles

    Receive a Foreign Spend Miles Redemption Voucher for 18,000 KrisFlyer miles when you spend the equivalent of S$10,000 or more in foreign currency between 1 November 2025 and 31 October 2026 (both dates inclusive). This voucher entitles you to a one-off 18,000 KrisFlyer miles discount when you redeem your KrisFlyer miles for an eligible redemption booking.

    KrisFlyer Miles Redemption Voucher worth 10,000 KrisFlyer miles

    Receive a Renewal Miles Redemption Voucher for 10,000 KrisFlyer miles after American Express receives payment of the renewal annual membership fee each year. This voucher entitles you to a one-off 10,000 KrisFlyer miles discount when you redeem your KrisFlyer miles for an eligible redemption booking.

    Complimentary one night stay at Hilton properties

    Kick-start your travels with an unforgettable complimentary night each year at participating Hilton properties in Asia Pacific. Click here for more details.

    Complimentary upgrade to Hilton Honors Silver status

    Receive exclusive perks at participating Hilton properties in Asia Pacific with a complimentary upgrade to Hilton Honors Silver status. Enrolment is required.

    The most convenient way to earn KrisFlyer miles

    Enjoy hassle-free conversion as all KrisFlyer miles earned with the American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card are conveniently credited directly into your KrisFlyer account.
  • Earning KrisFlyer miles on Singapore Airlines Group

    Earn 2 KrisFlyer miles for every S$1 spent on eligible Singapore Airlines and Scoot flight bookings, KrisShop and Pelago purchases, with no cap.

    Earning KrisFlyer miles on Grab

    Earn up to 2 KrisFlyer miles for every S$1 spent on eligible Grab Singapore transactions, up to S$200 spend in each calendar month. Click here for more details.

    Earning KrisFlyer miles on Local and Overseas Spend

    Earn 1.2 KrisFlyer miles for every S$1 spent on all other eligible purchases, with no cap.

    KrisFlyer miles will not be accrued for non-eligible purchases or transactions. Please visit go.amex/sgexclusions for a full list of non-eligible purchases or transactions, which is non-exhaustive and is subject to changes from time to time.

    More KrisFlyer miles with Member Invites

    Every calendar year, you’ll receive 3 Member Invites to invite your friends to American Express – unlocking the highest available offer for them if they are new to American Express.

    The total value of your 3 Member Invites is worth 45,000 KrisFlyer miles – 15,000 KrisFlyer miles for each approved friend that is new to American Express.

    In total, that’s enough for a return flight to Shanghai, China.
  • Special Introductory Offer

    Purchase Asia Pacific annual multi-trip My Travel Insurance Essential Plan at S$188* when you apply for your Card online today! Click here to find out more.

    Up to S$1 Million Travel Inconvenience & Travel Accident Benefits

    Purchase your travel tickets with your Card and enjoy extra coverage with travel accident insurance up to S$1 million plus Travel Inconvenience & Travel Accident Benefits which covers you for baggage delay, extended baggage delay and flight delay.

    You are advised to review the terms and conditions for the Travel Inconvenience & Travel Accident Benefits and whether it meets your travel insurance requirements. Kindly refer to the full set of Travel Insurance Terms and Conditions here. You may wish to purchase additional personal travel insurance for a more comprehensive coverage.

    Exclusive Hertz privileges worldwide

    Enjoy Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® loyalty programme and a range of exclusive benefits* at over 10,000 locations in 145 countries worldwide:
    • Up to 10% off worldwide rentals.
    • One-car-class upgrade, subjected to availability.
    • Add an additional driver for free.
  • Local and worldwide acceptance

    Your American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card is widely accepted at thousands of leading service establishments in Singapore and millions around the world.

    24-hour Customer Care Professional and Global Assist

    Have a question or a request? Or perhaps something unexpected happens when you travel overseas? Your Customer Care Professional will be on the line for you, 24/7. Dial 1800 392 2000 (Within Singapore only) or +65 6392 2000 (For International use).

    Emergency Card Replacement

    Emergency Card Replacement within one business day, virtually anywhere in the world.

    Complete Fraud Protection Guarantee

    Shop with confidence. American Express will not hold you responsible for any unauthorised charges on your Credit Card, both online and offline.
  • Cashflow Management

    With 22 interest-free days from the statement date, you can enjoy greater flexibility to manage your payments and make the most of your Credit Card’s benefits.

    Extra Spending Power

    With a higher credit limit, you can continue to earn more rewards and get more out of your Card – apply online for a credit limit increase at your convenience.

More KrisFlyer miles with Member Invites

Every calendar year, you’ll receive 3 Member Invites to invite your friends to American Express – unlocking the highest available offer for them if they are new to American Express, while you are rewarded with 45,000 KrisFlyer miles for your next flight.

T&Cs apply. Find out more here.

Eligibility & Important Information

To apply online for The American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card, it's important that:
  • You're over 21 years of age. Supplementary Card applicants should be over 18 years of age.
  •  Card application is subjected to customers meeting the regulatory minimum income requirement and internal assessment.
Documents required for Card application.
Welcome Offer Terms and Conditions.
*Card Member Agreement and Benefits Terms and Conditions.
Paper Statement Fee Terms and Conditions.
The American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card

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Receive up to 45,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles – 20,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles with annual fee payment and min. spending of S$8,000 within first 6 months of Card approval, plus 20,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles on your first spend in the 15th month of Card Membership if you are new to American Express.

What’s more, for first-time Singapore Airlines Credit Card applicants, receive 5,000 bonus KrisFlyer miles for the very first charge on your Card.

Valid until 31 January 2027. T&Cs apply.